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27. Was Osho enlightened?
Should you idolize anyone and for what reason?
In this episode, Vemir and Eldar clash over the behavior of "enlightened" figures, with Vemir using Osho as a prime example of someone who attempted to "awaken people" but faced inevitable failure and controversy. The conversation dives into the messy reality of gurus, questioning whether a "flaw in character" or a single "slip-up" can ruin a lifetime of wise work and books. They explore the "slippery slope" of idolizing such figures, warning that when you treat a human as a god, you begin to justify actions that should never be justified.
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